Division Profile

Background

Prior to August 16, 2008, Company Audit Branch (Accounts Examination Branch) and the Post Clearance Audit Branch were under the Technical Services Division

Both these branches at the headquarters are now placed under the Compliance Management Division and are each headed by a Deputy Director of Customs. The Director of Customs heads the Compliance Management Division.

Effective July 1, 2009 the setting up of the Compliance Management divisions Company Audit branches and Post Clearance Audit branches across the country have been approved.

Objectives

To plan and conduct a systematic audit of the licensees / importers and to ensure that the tax / customs duties are collected accurately and to provide advice regarding customs matters.

To ensure that companies/ importers licensed under the customs laws, understand and comply with laws and regulations.